Animal Cruelty – Investigations

Released: December 31, 2024 at 10:44 a.m.

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The Winnipeg Police Service’s Major Crimes Unit is investigating a number of animal cruelty reports that have been received in December 2024.

In the following three incidences, approximately six deceased cats were located by citizens who typically walk or frequent this area for recreational activity. Some of the deceased animals were left in a bag or laying on the path underneath the bridge. Signs of foul play were apparent.

General Patrol officers were dispatched to these events, met with the reporting individuals and have followed up with the Humane Society and Animal Services. Pet identifiers were observed on a few of the animals and investigators are continuing to establish ownership where possible.

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December 8, under Summit Road bridge, North of Summit/Saskatchewan

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December 28, under Summit Road bridge, North of Summit/Saskatchewan

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December 30, under Summit Road bridge, North of Summit/Saskatchewan

Summit Road

 

Investigators realize there have been previous reports of deceased cats in the Point Douglas area, it has not been established at this time if these incidents are related.

Anyone with information about these recent incidents is asked to contact investigators in the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

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